51 75... Removing and installing/replacing tank cover on left or right

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Removal:

Right side:

Unscrew the screws (1).

Remove tank cover (2).

Fig 1: Removing Tank Cover

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Left side:

Unscrew the screws (1).

Remove tank cover (2).

Fig 2: Removing Tank Cover Screws

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Installation:

Right side:

Put on tank cover (2).

Tighten down screws (1).

Fig 3: Removing Tank Cover

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Left side:

Put on tank cover (2).

Tighten down screws (1).

Fig 4: Removing Tank Cover Screws

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